Summary:
The Sherman Thomas Charter District consists of a single K-8 charter school, Sherman Thomas Charter, serving 233 students in Madera.
This school stands out for its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of 4.7%, which is dramatically better than the state average, indicating a strong culture of daily attendance and engagement. Despite this positive foundation, the school's academic proficiency in English, math, and science is below state averages, with mathematics showing a particularly concerning decline in the upper grades. It's important to note the school has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking over the past three years.
With per-student spending above the state average, the school has resources to address these academic challenges. The data suggests parents can expect a committed school environment where students regularly attend, but where focused support, especially in mathematics as children get older, may be needed to help students reach their full academic potential relative to state standards.
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